Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn't commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men in this stirring true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art, starring an unforgettable ensemble cast of formerly incarcerated actors. "A cinematic work of unique empathy,...
“Common Threads: The Music of Damien Geter” On July 9th, the Opera Conservatory will present an evening of music and scenes by celebrated composer Damien Geter, followed by a discussion between Geter, stage director Kimille Howard, and Artistic Advisor Denyce Graves. Included on this program will be songs from Cotton and scenes from Loving v....
With “technical strength, precision, and passion” (Arts Atlanta), the Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company returns to Chautauqua after residencies in 2022 and 2023. Since its founding in 2012 by Daile Carrazana, Osnel Delgado, and Fernando Sáez, the company remains committed to nurturing new voices in Cuban choreography. Witness a thrilling fusion of modern dance and rich...
Wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda (Benicio del Toro) appoints his only daughter (Mia Threapleton), a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of tycoons, terrorists and assassins in director Wes Anderson's (Moonrise Kingdom, The French Dispatch) meticulously staged new production. "A palate cleanser –...
Cantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation groups. She has been crafting and leading innovative Jewish worship services in the Pittsburgh area for 25 years. Passionate about heart-opening Jewish contemplative practices, she...
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Dr. Suzanne Wenonah Duchesne, is a teacher, preacher, scholar, & consultant who delights in & encourages wholeness, justice, and healing with all creation. Her work in Beloved Speech, centers on identity formation, deep listening, and relationship building, particularly within the context of antiracist and decolonized preaching and worship practices. Suzanne’s passion for social...
The recipient of a MacArthur Foundation Fellowship, Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship, and numerous literary awards, George Saunders is the celebrated author of a novel, four collections of short stories, a novella, a book of essays and a children’s book. His most recent collection, Liberation Day, is a masterful collection that explores ideas of power, ethics and...
Theater Chats (formerly known as Brown Bags) On selected Thursdays at 12:15 p.m., bring lunch to Smith Wilkes Hall and join special guests, including actors, designers, playwrights and more, for a look at our upcoming productions and discussions on the craft of theater-making. Free and open to the public.
Don't have a partner? One will be provided. Game managed by Shelley Dahlie. $10/person.